Area Attractions

Long Island is a wealth of unique experiences and activities, ideally suited for Chol Hamoed adventures. The Hyatt is perfectly situated in the central part of the island, equidistant between the city and Long Island 's eastern end. Whether it is the spectacular Riverhead aquarium, the Manorville's Zoo and Petting Farm, the Grand Estates of Long Island, including the stately Vanderbilt Mansion or magnificent Old Westbury Gardens , skydiving on the South Shore, or Tanger Outlet Mall on the East End, Long Island has a vast array of exciting things to do for people of all ages.

Atlantis Marine World Aquarium- Riverhead - 40 minutes
A spectacular marine experience featuring over 100 exhibits and interactive experiences. Family-oriented activities include Shark Dive, the 120,000 gallon Lost City of Atlantis, North America's largest all-living coral reef display, Penguin Pavilion and unique Japanese Snow Monkeys.
www.atlanticmarineworld.com

Adventureland -Farmingdale - 30 minutes
Metro New York 's largest amusement park, offers a variety of attractions and rides, roller coasters, flume ride, haunted house, ferris wheel, bumper cars. Go to Adventureland and have a blast! www.adventureland.us

Animal Farm Petting Zoo - Manorville - 20 minutes. Exotic animals, including kangaroos, llamas, camels, monkeys, and reptiles available to be fed and held. Shows, train rides, and playground. www.afpz.com

Bayville Adventure Park - 30 minutes. Brand new for 2008, this exciting adventure park features Bumper Boats, Rock Climbing, Miniature Golf, Fun House, adventure slides, and a Rope Course. www.bayvilleadventurepark.com

Boomers - Medford - 15 minutes. Family entertainment center featuring miniature golf, go-karts, bumper boats, kiddie rides, batting cage, train rides, arcade. www.boomersparks.com/park/medford/index.html

Dinosaur Walk - Riverview - 35 minutes. 50 life-size realistic dinosaur displays in landscaped exhibits, interactive experiences, film presentations.
www.dinosaurwalkriverhead.com

Great Long Island Historical Estates - Long Island is home some of America's grand homes and estates, including the Vanderbilt Mansion in Centerport (25 minutes), Old Westbury Gardens in Old Westbury (30 minutes), the Falaise, Guggenheim home in Port Washington (45 minutes), and Cedarmere in Roslyn Harbor (45 minutes). www.discoverlongisland.com

Long Island Game Farm Wildlife Park and Zoo - Manorville - 20 minutes. A complete zoo and wildlife park featuring rare Bengal tigers shows, baby elephants, elephant rides, carousel, train rides, and playground.
www.longislandgamefarm.com

Long Island Skydiving - Calverton - 40 minutes . High-flying adventure over eastern Long Island .Planes take off from a historic military airport.
www.longislandskydiving.com

Picturesque Villages
Some of the most lovely waterfront villages in America are found within an easy drive from the hotel, including quaint Stony Brook (25 minutes), beautiful Northport (20 minutes), stunning Port Jefferson ((15 minutes), and charming Oyster Bay ((40 minutes). Shops, lovely waterfront walks, and interesting museums abound in these unique towns.
www.discoverlongisland.com

Tanger Factory Outlet - 30 minutes - 168 stores of designer and brand-name manufacturers, making it the largest in the world. www.tangeroutlet.com/riverhead

The Hamptons - World-famous, ultra-chic home of the rich and famous is just over an hour's drive from the hotel, and offers some of the most magnificent beaches and estates in America. Visit East Hampton, Southampton, and on to Montauk, where Long Island ends at the tip of its easternmost peninsula, jutting far out into the Atlantic. A day trip not to be forgotten.
www.discoverlongisland.com